Dementia & Neuropsychologia
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Brief Background
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Dementia & Neuropsychologia (DN) is a journal of the Brazilian Academy of Neurology (ABN), whose mission is to contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge in the field of neurosciences, with an emphasis on cognition and behavior, through the publication of peer-reviewed studies. Founded in 2007 by neurologist Dr. Ricardo Nitrini, the journal was created to disseminate research findings on dementia and neuropsychology, particularly from Brazil and Latin America, and has since become the official journal of the Scientific Department of Cognitive Neurology and Aging of the Brazilian Academy of Neurology. Over the years, DN has expanded its reach to include authors from other regions of the world with economic and healthcare profiles similar to those of Brazil and Latin America, establishing itself as an important communication channel for studies conducted in low- and middle-income countries. In July 2020, the journal’s management was officially transferred to ABN, which took on the responsibility of subsidizing its operations, ensuring its continuity and strengthening. Currently, DN is recognized as an essential platform for disseminating scientific research, enhancing communication and knowledge exchange in the fields of cognitive and behavioral sciences, both in Latin America and in other underrepresented regions in the global scientific landscape. The journal accepts submissions in the following categories: Original Articles, Review Articles, Guidelines and Consensus Statements, Brief Communications, Case Reports, Historical Notes, Neuroimaging Through Clinical Cases, and Letters. All content is published in English, with titles, abstracts, and keywords available in Portuguese or Spanish and English. Until issue 14 (2020), DN was distributed in both print and online formats. Since then, it has been exclusively online and open access. Its full collection can be accessed at: https://www.demneuropsy.com.br/available-issues/ and https://www.scielo.br/j/dn/grid. Starting in January 2023, DN adopted a continuous publication model to accelerate the availability of articles. Mission: Dementia & Neuropsychologia aims to contribute to the advancement of knowledge on cognitive and behavioral disorders by publishing peer-reviewed research in basic and applied neurosciences. The journal primarily seeks to disseminate studies conducted in developing countries, while remaining open to research from all regions of the world. Vision: To be recognized as a reference journal for the dissemination of research on cognition and related disorders, promoting knowledge exchange among researchers from different parts of the world—with an emphasis on developing countries—and contributing to the improvement of public health policies and dementia care in these populations. |
Open Access
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DN follows the Open Access model, allowing unrestricted virtual access (including no financial barriers) to all scientific articles published by the journal. Open access means that the copyright holder of an academic work grants usage rights to third parties through an open license (Creative Commons Attribution, CC-BY), enabling immediate free access to the work and authorizing any user to read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, or link to the full texts of articles, track them for indexing, process them as data for software, or use them for any other lawful purpose. |
Open Science Compliance
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Dementia & Neuropsychologia (DN) is an open-access journal operating under the Gold Open Access model. For manuscript submission, authors must include the Compliance with Open Science Form (available at: https://wp.scielo.org/wp-content/uploads/Open-Science-Compliance-Form_en.docx). This form provides information on how the study aligns with Open Science communication practices. The journal accepts manuscripts previously deposited in public repositories. In such cases, the author must indicate in the Cover Letter the complete details of the repository where the manuscript was archived. To promote data reuse and ensure greater research transparency, DN encourages authors to make research data available in repositories when it is not possible to publish them directly in the article. To further enhance transparency in the editorial process, starting in January 2025, all published manuscripts will include the names of the editor-in-chief and associate editor responsible for coordinating the peer review process. |
Ethics in Publication
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The journal adheres to ethical and international standards for responsible scientific publishing, following the recommendations of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) [https://publicationethics.org/], Equator Network [https://www.equator-network.org/], International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) [https://www.icmje.org/], and the Guide to Best Practices for Ethics in Scientific Publishing [https://wp.scielo.org/wp-content/uploads/Guide-to-Best-Practices-for-Strengthening-Ethics-in-Scientific-Publishing.pdf]. To ensure the originality and integrity of published research, Dementia & Neuropsychologia uses iThenticate [https://www.ithenticate.com] as a plagiarism detection tool. Submitted manuscripts must be original and not under consideration by another journal simultaneously. In compliance with the Declaration of Helsinki (1975, revised in 2024) [https://www.wma.net/policies-post/wma-declaration-of-helsinki/], any study involving human subjects must be approved in advance by the institutions where the research was conducted. All submissions must be accompanied by a Cover Letter, which may be digitally or physically signed by the corresponding author. Additionally, authors must provide the approval protocol number from the institution’s Ethics Committee. The Cover Letter template is available at: https://www.demneuropsy.com.br/cover-letter/. The concepts and statements expressed in the submitted manuscripts are the sole responsibility of the authors. |
Focus and Scope
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Dementia & Neuropsychologia is a journal dedicated to publishing research in cognitive and behavioral sciences, with a focus on clinical epidemiology, basic and applied neuroscience, and cognitive tests developed or adapted for populations with diverse cultural, educational, and socioeconomic backgrounds. The journal is particularly committed to publishing relevant research from developing countries and seeks to publish Original Articles, View and Review Articles, Guidelines and Consensus Statements, Brief Communications, Case Reports, Historical Notes, Neuroimaging Through Clinical Cases, and Letters, provided they represent meaningful contributions to the field of cognitive neuroscience. |
Digital Preservation
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This journal follows the digital preservation standards defined by the SciELO Digital Preservation Policy Program [https://www.scielo.org/en/about-scielo/digital-preservation/]. |
Indexing Sources
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Bibliographic Journal Information
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Websites and Social Media
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Dementia & Neuropsychologia (ISSN Online 2764-4863) is an open-access online scientific journal published by the Brazilian Academy of Neurology. With peer-reviewed content published in English, it follows a continuous publication model. The journal is indexed in prestigious international databases, including Scopus, PubMed, SciELO, Redalyc, and DOAJ. Its primary focus is the dissemination of research findings in the fields of cognitive and behavioral sciences. |
Preprints
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Dementia & Neuropsychologia follows the guidelines below regarding prior publication:
In such cases, authors must indicate repository information (including the direct link to the preprint, DOI number if available, and date of deposit) in the Cover Letter. After the article is published in its final version, the corresponding author must update the repository record by including the full publication reference, the journal website link, and the article's DOI. Manuscripts previously deposited in preprint repositories follow the same editorial process and receive the same treatment as those submitted directly to the journal. All manuscripts, regardless of their origin, undergo single-blind peer review. |
Peer Review Process
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Submitted manuscripts initially undergo an evaluation to verify their compliance with the journal's scope and the formal criteria outlined in the Instructions for Authors. Manuscripts outside the scope will be rejected, and authors will be duly informed. Manuscripts that do not meet formal requirements will be returned to authors for correction.
Manuscripts submitted to the sections Original Articles, View & Review Articles, and Guidelines and Consensus Statements will be evaluated for compliance with the journal’s scope and formatting requirements. After this initial approval, similarity reports will be generated. If the reports indicate similarity percentages above 20% or identify passages that require revision, authors will be notified and asked to make the necessary corrections. Manuscripts with excessive redundancy will be rejected. After passing the formal evaluation and similarity check, manuscripts are forwarded to one of the journal's Editors-in-Chief. Manuscripts deemed to have insufficient priority for publication are immediately rejected. The rejection rate at this stage is approximately 18%. Manuscripts approved by the editors-in-chief are assigned to an associate editor with expertise in the relevant field, who is responsible for selecting and inviting external reviewers. The peer review process involves evaluation by at least two ad hoc reviewers. Based on the reviewers' comments and the recommendations of the associate editors, the editors-in-chief may: a) accept the manuscript for publication; b) request that the authors revise and resubmit the manuscript — for either minor or major revision; or c) reject the manuscript and consider it ineligible for publication. Rejection decisions are final, and rejected manuscripts may only be resubmitted with the express authorization of the editor-in-chief. Authors have 20 days to complete minor revisions and 30 days for major revisions. Of all manuscripts submitted to peer review, 35% are rejected. The journal adopts a single-blind peer review system, in which the reviewers' identities are kept confidential, while the authors' identities are disclosed to the reviewers during the process. To ensure even greater transparency in the editorial process, as of January 2025, published manuscripts will include the names of the editor-in-chief and the associate editor responsible for coordinating the peer review process. |
Open Data
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Dementia & Neuropsychologia strongly encourages authors to openly share data, code, methods, and other materials that support the studies presented in published articles. Sharing these resources not only enhances transparency and research reproducibility but also facilitates data reuse and scientific collaboration. We recommend depositing research data in trusted repositories such as Zenodo (https://zenodo.org/), Figshare (https://figshare.com/), and OSF (https://osf.io/), which promote accessibility and long-term preservation. Additionally, we suggest referring to the following materials for guidance on open science practices:
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Fees
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Dementia & Neuropsychologia does not charge APCs (Article Processing Charges) or any other fees related to manuscript submission or publication. The journal's costs are primarily covered by the Brazilian Academy of Neurology (ABN), which ensures its funding. Additionally, the Editorial Team actively seeks funding sources, and in 2025, the journal received support from CNPq to sustain its operations and continuity. |
Ethics and Misconduct, Correction and Retraction Policy
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Dementia & Neuropsychologia follows transparent ethical publishing practices, aligned with the principles and guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) (www.publicationethics.org), Equator Network (www.equator-network.org), International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) (www.icmje.org), and the Guide to Best Practices for Strengthening Ethics in Scientific Publishing (https://wp.scielo.org/wp-content/uploads/Guide-to-Best-Practices-for-Strengthening-Ethics-in-Scientific-Publishing.pdf). Issues such as plagiarism, self-plagiarism, data fabrication, research misconduct involving human subjects, duplicate publication, and violations of authorship criteria are taken with the utmost seriousness. The journal follows COPE guidelines to evaluate and respond to such cases, ensuring the preservation of its reputation and the quality of published research. If misconduct is confirmed, the article retraction will be considered following the COPE guidelines and the Guide to Best Practices for Strengthening Ethics in Scientific Publishing. The Editorial Team will contact the authors, affiliated institutions, and ethics committees to address the issue appropriately. When necessary, a temporary submission embargo may be imposed on the involved authors. If an article requires correction, actions will be taken based on the severity of the issue:
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Policy on Conflict of Interest
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Conflicts of interest may arise when an author (or the author’s institution or employer) has financial or personal relationships that could inappropriately influence (or bias) their decisions, work, or manuscript. Authors must provide detailed information about any financial interests or relevant financial conflicts that have occurred in the past five years or are expected in the future, especially those present when the research was conducted and up to its publication. If there are no relevant financial interests, authors must explicitly declare the absence of conflicts related to the content of the manuscript.
Authors are also required to fully disclose all financial and material support received for the research and development of the work, including, but not limited to, funding, research grants, resource support, and the provision of equipment and materials. In addition to authors, editors, associate editors, and ad hoc reviewers must also declare any potential conflicts of interest before taking part in the editorial process. In the event of a conflict, the manuscript will be reassigned to another editor or reviewer with no direct connection to the authors or the subject matter. For more information, please refer to: Disclosure of Financial and Non-Financial Relationships and Activities, and Conflicts of Interest (https://www.icmje.org/recommendations/browse/roles-and-responsibilities/author-responsibilities--conflicts-of-interest.html). |
Adoption of Similarity Software
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Similarity checking is conducted before manuscripts are sent for peer review, using the iThenticate software. This procedure applies to submissions in the sections Original Articles, View & Review Articles, and Guidelines and Consensus Statements, allowing the editorial team to identify potential issues of redundancy, plagiarism, or inappropriate use of content from other works. Manuscripts with similarity percentages higher than 20% or containing sections that require revision are returned to the authors for correction. Cases of excessive redundancy or evidence of plagiarism will result in immediate rejection of the manuscript. Manuscripts submitted to the sections Brief Communications, Historical Notes, Case Reports, Neuroimaging Through Clinical Cases, and Letters are not subject to similarity checking. |
Adoption of Software Using Artificial Intelligence Resources
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Authors have the right and freedom to use tools and resources that assist in the preparation, writing, review, and translation of their articles. However, the use of these technologies must be transparent and properly disclosed. When submitting a manuscript, authors must declare the use of AI-assisted technologies in the development of their work, including this information in the Methods section or an equivalent section. Artificial intelligence technologies, such as language models and machine learning tools, are not considered authors. The responsibility for the accuracy, integrity, and originality of the content generated or modified with the assistance of these technologies lies entirely with the authors. For more information, see the Guide on the Use of Artificial Intelligence Tools and Resources in Research Communication within the SciELO Network (https://wp.scielo.org/wp-content/uploads/Guide-to-the-Use-of-AI-tools-and-resources-20230914.pdf). |
Gender and Sex Issues
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Dementia & Neuropsychologia follows the SAGER guidelines, which provide recommendations for the appropriate reporting of "sex" (a biological attribute) and "gender" (influenced by social and cultural factors) in study design, data analysis, result presentation, and interpretation of findings. The document "Sex and Gender Equity in Research (SAGER) Guidelines" is available at: https://www.equator-network.org/reporting-guidelines/sager-guidelines/. |
Ethics Committee
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In accordance with the Declaration of Helsinki (1975, revised in 2024) https://www.wma.net/policies-post/wma-declaration-of-helsinki/, studies involving human subjects must receive prior approval from the institutions where the research will be conducted. Upon submission, authors must include the approval protocol number from the relevant Ethics Committee in the Cover Letter. If ethical approval is not required, justification must be provided in the same letter. For experimental investigations involving humans or animals, the manuscript’s “Methods” section must include a statement that the project was approved by an institutional committee, accompanied by the protocol number. Additionally, a consent form must accompany all photographs and/or videos of patients where possible identification may occur. Simply covering the eyes is insufficient to mask identity. Refer to the patient only by number (or, in anecdotal reports, by fictitious names). Real names or initials must not be used in the text, tables, or illustrations. |
Copyright
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Authors of articles published in Dementia & Neuropsychologia retain the copyright to their work, which is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution CC-BY license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/). This license allows for unrestricted reuse and distribution, provided that proper citation of the original work is given. The journal retains the right of first publication. The opinions and concepts expressed in the articles are the sole responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Editor-in-Chief, Associate Editors, or Editorial Board. Authors assume full intellectual and legal responsibility for the results and observations presented. |
Intellectual Property and Terms of Use
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All content from Dementia & Neuropsychologia (DN) and published articles are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/), unless otherwise stated. Authors retain the copyright of their articles, licensing them under this license, which allows the use, distribution, and reuse of the articles, provided that the original work is properly cited. DN encourages authors to self-archive their accepted manuscripts by publishing them in institutional repositories, personal blogs, academic social media, and their own social networks, if the full citation of the journal version of the article is included. |
Sponsors and Promotion Agencies
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The journal receives support from:
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Editor-in-Chief
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Deputy Editor
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Associate Editors
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Cognition and Aging
Caregiver: stress and orientation
Subjective cognitive decline, mild cognitive impairment, and dementia: clinical characteristics and diagnosis
Lewy Body Dementia/ Parkinson Disease/Atypical Parkinsonism
Frontotemporal Dementia
Behavioral Disorders in Dementia
Epidemiology
Genetics
Language and Aphasia
History Note
Neuroimaging
Neuroimaging through Clinical Cases
Neuropathology
Developmental Neuropsychology
Neuropsychology: diagnostic test
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Social Media and Visual Abstract Editor
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Consultive Board
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Editorial Team
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Publishers
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Zeppelini Publishers
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Types of Documents Accepted
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Dementia & Neuropsychologia is a journal dedicated to publishing research in neurosciences with an emphasis on cognition and behavior, focusing on clinical epidemiology, basic and applied neurosciences, and cognitive tests developed or adapted for populations with diverse cultural, educational, and socioeconomic backgrounds. The journal is particularly committed to publishing relevant research from developing countries and seeks to publish Original Articles, Review Articles, Guidelines and Consensus Statements, Brief Communications, Case Reports, Historical Notes, Neuroimaging Through Clinical Cases, and Letters that represent meaningful contributions to the field of cognitive neuroscience.
Language of Publication Dementia & Neuropsychologia follows international standards and accepts manuscripts exclusively in English, recognizing the importance of the language as the lingua franca of science and medical practice, enabling the rapid dissemination of new findings. Although English is the primary language, the journal values multilingualism. Thus, in addition to the manuscript in English, the title, abstract, and keywords are also published in Portuguese or Spanish. Translations and adaptations of questionnaires or psychological tests into Portuguese or Spanish are made available as supplementary material on the Dementia & Neuropsychologia website (https://www.demneuropsy.com.br/).
The journal also accepts articles on the adaptation and translation of tests or questionnaires into Portuguese, Spanish, and other languages, reinforcing its commitment to disseminating studies in the cognitive and behavioral sciences.
Clinical Research Reporting Dementia & Neuropsychologia recommends that authors follow the guidelines of the EQUATOR Network (https://www.equator-network.org/reporting-guidelines/) when preparing clinical reports, to ensure scientific quality and integrity. a) Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses: Use PRISMA 2020 (https://www.equator-network.org/reporting-guidelines/prisma/).
For narrative reviews on a topic, new ideas, or commentary on trends and advances in areas of interest to the journal and its readers, we offer the section titled Views and Reviews. There is considerable flexibility in the structure of narrative or opinion-based reviews. However, for systematic reviews, stricter guidelines must be followed, and at Dementia & Neuropsychologia, we require adherence to PRISMA standards. b) Observational Studies: Follow STROBE (https://www.equator-network.org/reporting-guidelines/strobe/). c) Clinical Trials (CONSORT): For clinical trial reports, the use of the CONSORT guidelines is recommended (https://www.equator-network.org/reporting-guidelines/consort/). In accordance with ICMJE guidelines, the journal requires that, to be considered for publication, clinical trials must be registered with a recognized trial registry. Acceptable trial registration sites include: clinicaltrials.gov, isrctn.org, actr.org, ensaiosclinicos.gov.br (REBEC – Brazilian Clinical Trials Registry), and umin.ac.jp/ctr. The ICMJE defines a clinical trial as any prospective study in which individuals are assigned to interventions or comparison groups to evaluate the cause-and-effect relationship between a medical intervention and health outcomes. The registered trial name, its URL, and registration number must be included at the end of the abstract. Trial registration must occur before or, at the latest, at the time of the first participant enrollment. In line with BIREME/PAHO/WHO recommendations for clinical trial reporting, authors must follow the guidelines set forth in the CONSORT STATEMENT (https://www.equator-network.org/reporting-guidelines/consort/). For clinical trials funded by the pharmaceutical industry, authors must state in their submission letter that: (1) they had full access to the data, (2) they had the right to publish all data, and (3) they had the right to obtain independent statistical analyses. |
Authors' Contribution
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Dementia & Neuropsychologia adopts the SciELO recommendations and follows the CRediT Taxonomy to ensure transparency in the authors’ contributions to the articles published. All authors must clearly and objectively record their contributions. Each author must meet at least two of the following authorship criteria:
Sex and Gender Issues Dementia & Neuropsychologia follows the SAGER guidelines, which provide instructions for the proper reporting of “sex” (biological attribute) and “gender” (influenced by social and cultural factors) in study design, data analysis, result presentation, and interpretation. Authors are encouraged to precisely use the terms “sex” and “gender” in manuscripts submitted to the journal. Additionally, reviewers are encouraged to consult the SAGER guidelines to ensure proper and consistent use of these concepts, promoting greater scientific rigor and clarity. The “Sex and Gender Equity in Research (SAGER) Guidelines” document can be accessed at: https://www.equator-network.org/reporting-guidelines/sager-guidelines/. |
Manuscript Preparation
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Manuscripts must be submitted online via: https://mc04.manuscriptcentral.com/dn-scielo. Manuscripts must be submitted in English, including the title, abstract, and keywords in Portuguese or Spanish. Articles submitted for publication must include:
Types of Contributions The following table provides a summary of the requirements defined for each type of contribution:
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Article Submission Format
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Title Page The manuscript title must be presented in English and Portuguese or Spanish. Authors who do not write in Portuguese or Spanish will receive support from the Editorial Team for translation. The title should be concise, descriptive, and contain essential information about the manuscript’s content, with a maximum of 100 characters, including spaces. The authors' full names must be provided, followed by their respective ORCIDs. Include the corresponding author’s details: full name and email. Indicate the institutional affiliations of the authors in the institution’s official language, specifying up to three hierarchical levels (university, faculty, department – in this order), along with the city, state, and country. At the end of the title page, include:
Abstract Abstracts for original articles or brief communications must be structured and include the following sections: background, objective(s), methods, results, and conclusions. Abstracts may contain up to 250 words. Abstracts for case reports or reviews do not need to be structured and may contain up to 150 words. Keywords
Include 4 to 6 keywords in English and Portuguese or Spanish, following the Text Original manuscripts should contain up to 3,000 words and include: introduction and objectives; methods (materials and/or subjects; statistical methods; mention of ethics committee approval, the name of the committee, and informed consent); results; discussion (which should include conclusions); and acknowledgments. Data presented in tables and figures should not be repeated in the text. Notes: The word limit for View and Review Articles is 5,000 words; Brief Communications, Historical Notes, and Case Reports are limited to 2,000 words; Guidelines and Consensus are limited to 8,000 words; Neuroimaging through Clinical Cases and Letters are limited to 750 words. |
Digital Assets
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Tables Up to five tables are allowed in original manuscripts (up to three tables in short communications, historical notes, or case reports), each presented on a separate page with its title, notes, and sequence number. Tables must include all necessary information to ensure the reader can understand their content. Vertical lines should not be used to separate data within the table. Each table should be typed double-spaced on a separate page. Do not submit tables as photographs. Number tables consecutively in the order they are first cited in the text and provide a brief title for each. Give each column a short or abbreviated heading. Place explanations in footnotes rather than in the title. In footnotes, explain all non-standard abbreviations used in each table. Use the following symbols for footnotes, in this order: *, +, §, ||, ¶, **, ++, etc. Upon accepting a manuscript, the editor may recommend that additional tables containing important supporting data, but too extensive for publication, be deposited in an archival service such as the journal's website (www.demneuropsy.com.br), or made available by the authors. In such cases, an appropriate statement will be added to the text. Submit all tables for consideration along with the manuscript. Tables containing references used in systematic reviews or meta-analyses should be submitted as supplementary material. Figures Up to four figures, graphs, or photographs with their respective titles and captions on separate pages are allowed for original manuscripts (up to three illustrations for short communications or case reports). Figures must be submitted in JPEG format, with the following resolutions: a. Black-and-white artwork: 1200 dpi/ppi; b. Combination halftones: 600 dpi/ppi; and c. Halftones: 300 dpi/ppi. Flowcharts and PRISMA diagrams must be submitted in an editable format, preferably as .ppt (Microsoft PowerPoint). |
Citations and References
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References must be numbered consecutively in the order in which they are cited in the text, using superscript Arabic numerals. They should follow the standards of the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) - https://www.nlm.nih.gov/bsd/uniform_requirements.html. Article references must include the DOI. Note: the reference limit is up to 50 references for Original Articles; up to 150 references for View & Review Articles; up to 170 references for Guidelines and Consensus Statements; up to 30 references for Case Reports, Historical Notes, and Brief Communications; and up to 20 references for Neuroimaging Through Clinical Cases and Letters. |
Supplementary Documents
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Dementia & Neuropsychologia accepts the submission of supplementary materials that complement the main content of the article and contribute to transparency and reproducibility of results. Supplementary documents should contain additional relevant information that is not essential for understanding the main text. They will be made publicly available alongside the article if approved for publication. Examples of supplementary documents include:
These materials must be submitted as separate files with clear, descriptive names and properly referenced in the body of the article (e.g., “see Supplementary Table 1”). The content will be published as submitted, without editing or formatting by the Editorial Team. Submission of supplementary documents is optional, except when required to ensure reproducibility of methods or analyses. |
Financing Statement
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All financial and material support for the research and work must be clearly and fully disclosed in the Funding Statement. |
Contact
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EXECUTIVE OFFICE
Brazilian Academy of Neurology
Fabiana Montanari Lapido
Denise Ieiri de Moraes |
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